Discover The City List's weekly Comedy & Theatre Guide in Kuala Lumpur. Here’s a selection of what’s coming up over the next week.
UP TO MAY 18: The May 9 Show by Instant Café Theatre
INSTANT CAFÉ Breaking News In Your Face.
Exactly one year ago Malaysia made history by voting out the old and, well, voting in the even older. Hooray! And exactly one year later Malaysia will see history being made again: It's a brand new Instant Cafe Show! That's right, Instant Cafe is back to answer today's burning questions like, why do we still have a Sedition Act, why persecute women for marching, where did I put my glasses, I mean, they were right here, and does this curry taste "fishy" to you as well?
The Talk Show Everyone Is Talking About:
Yes, Instant Cafe is back with its very own "It's Never Too Late, Late Talk Show" with the host, Malaysia's West End singing sensation Sean Ghazi and two very special guests. You also won't want to miss the Surprise Celebrity Mystery Guests* AND the celebrity Guest Singers. Created by Jo Kukathas with Kam Raslan, Na’a Murad, Zalfian Fuzi and Sean Ghazi. Featuring Jo Kukathas, Sean Ghazi and Guest Singers and Surprise Celebrity Mystery Guests*
*Different Surprise Celebrity Mystery Guests will appear every night - ranging from politicians to civil society leaders. A detailed calendar will be out soon.
DPAC: H-01, DPAC, Empire Damansara, Jalan PJU8/8, Damansara Perdana, PJ. Tickets from the box office at www.dpac.com.my. Call 03-4065 0001/0002
MAY 15: Open Crack. The Crackhouse Comedy Open Mic Night
Is the smoking ban taking a toll on your social life? Did you choke on your Teh Ais when you saw the Raj Banana Leaf video? Do you wish you could tell all the racist people in the country to get lost? Or do you do a mean impression of Siti Kasim? Open Crack! open-mic night could be for you. Participants are given 3 minutes of stage-time and absolutely anyone can participate!
Crackhouse Comedy Club KL: 24A (1st Floor) Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, KL. 9pm. Tickets online RM15/ Door RM20. www.stubapp.com/event/517. Call +6017-260 3654 or email laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia for more info.
MAY 15: Making S#it Up!
A weekly improv comedy show with a rotating cast of comedians every week. With Henry Choo, Answer Hadi, Prakash Daniel and Farid Azmeir. Hosted by Kavin Jay.
THE JOKE FACTORY: Lot 26, Level G3, Publika Shopping Gallery, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL. RM50 online/ RM60 walk-in. Get your TIX at http://thejokefactory.wasap.my/ OR Call 013-5231491
MAY 16: Komedi Rojak: Malay & English Stand Up
Rojak Comedy mixed-lingo open mic show for English / BM audiences only. It’s a mash up of Malaysian humour delivered in our mother tongue of Bahasa and the tongue of our colonial invaders. Rojak Comedy menampilkan persembahan komedi "Stendap" di dalam Bahasa Melayu dan Bahasa Inggeris!
CRACKHOUSE COMEDY CLUB: 24A (1st Floor) Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, KL. 11pm. Tickets: RM15 online / RM20 walk-in https://crackhousecomedyrojak.peatix.com Call +6017-260 3654 or email laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia for more info.
MAY 16: Throwback Thursday
Have you seen the news lately? Crazy things happen all the time and it’s super stressful. Wouldn’t it be great if we can go back to the good old days? Back when the sun shone brighter, the air was clearer, and everything was just fine? This show aims to bring you back to memory lane with jokes about how good things used to be and how terrible things are right now. Bring your rose-tinted glasses and come take a trip to the past with us on Throwback Thursday. Hosted by Brian Tan.
THE JOKE FACTORY: Lot 26, Level G3, Publika Shopping Gallery, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL. RM40 online/RM50 walk-in. Get your TIX at http://thejokefactory.wasap.my/ OR Call 013-5231491
MAY 17/18: Crackhouse Comedy Clup presents Andrew Netto
One of the veterans of the Malaysian scene is back at the Crackhouse! Be sure to get your tickets as Andrew Netto makes his return with a night packed with jokes and belly laughs.
It's been a decade in the comedy circuit and Andrew Netto still remains as fresh as ever when it comes to rocking the mic with his twist and insights in the daily workings of the average Joe. Having considerable success in the local and international comedy scene, Andrew Netto solidified his name in the Guinness Book of Records for being the first comedian to perform on a flight. That was probably the only flight where the turbulence was caused from the inside out from laughter. From copping a Russell Peters DVD to being invited to be the opening act for the man himself proves the comedy prowess Andrew Netto possesses.
CRACKHOUSE COMEDY CLUB: 24A (1st Floor) Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, KL. Tickets: RM40 online / RM50 walk-in from https://andrewcrackingnetto.peatix.com Call +6017-260 3654 or email laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia for more info.
MAY 17: Rock & Roll 3 at TJF
Have you ever heard a song that made you laugh? Or a joke told in song form? In this one of a kind show, they’re mixing standup comedy and musical performances to create a one-of-a-kind show just for you! We have the best local comedians known for their musical pieces to deliver their stuff and make sure you have a rockin good time! It’s a night of comedy where laughter and singalongs merge to make a sexy comedy/music fiesta. Come on down! Hosted by Sulaiman Azmil, featuring Nat Kang, Gajen Nad, Jan Yuen and Mad Sabah.
THE JOKE FACTORY: Lot 26, Level G3, Publika Shopping Gallery, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL. RM40 online/ RM50 walk-in. Get your TIX at http://thejokefactory.wasap.my/ OR Call 013-5231491
MAY 18: The Xplicit Show at TJF
Holy $^#&! This show is absolutely NOT for children, the faint of heart, or other persons with weak-constitution. For one night only, four of KL’s funniest (Judith Pisang, Riezman Radzlan, Sulaiman Azmil and Brian Tan) will be bringing out their X-rated, bawdy and risque side and go all out with their raunchiest, sexiest and most titillating jokes ever. It’s also hosted by one of Malaysia’s best stand up comedians, the Bearded One, Prakash Daniel! Buckle up, it’s gonna be a wild ride!
THE JOKE FACTORY: Lot 26, Level G3, Publika Shopping Gallery, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL. RM40 online/ RM50 walk-in. Get your TIX at http://thejokefactory.wasap.my/ OR Call 013-5231491
MAY 20: Mystery Show
It can take plenty of experimentation to get a joke just right. Even when you’re The Joke Factory. What could possibly be up their sleeves in this mystery Monday night show? There’s only one way to find out! Come and bring a sense of adventure with you
THE JOKE FACTORY: Lot 26, Level G3, Publika Shopping Gallery, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL. RM20 online/walk-in. Get your TIX at http://thejokefactory.wasap.my/ OR Call 013-523 1491.
MAY 21: The Joke Factory Open Mic
If you’ve ever wanted to try stand up comedy in any language, this is the platform for you.
Come and watch regular open mic-ers and established comedians try out their stuff and sign your name up too so you can get a chance to see if you’ve got what it takes to be funny. Get your TIX at http://thejokefactory.wasap.my/ OR Call 013-5231491
THE JOKE FACTORY: Lot 26, Level G3, Publika Shopping Gallery, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL. Call 013-523 1491.